Training & Development Specialist - Substation Mechanic
Date: Nov 1, 2024
Location: Edison, NJ, US
Company: PSEG
Requisition: 79098
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 88,400 - $ 140,000
Incentive: PIP 10%
Work Location Category: Onsite
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
PSE&G is seeking a new member for the Technical Training team within the Centralized Service organization. The team performs analysis, design, development, evaluation, and delivery of technical training for PSE&G line of business clients. This position will focus on Substation Mechanic skills training in electric distribution to fulfill the duties of apprentice and incumbent employees in accordance with their job specifications, collective bargaining obligations and regulatory requirements.
This position is on-site at our Edison Training Center in Edison, New Jersey.
Additional on-call / overtime / field assignments can be available as qualified by the Division.
Job Responsibilities
The Training and Development Specialist will instruct, train, develop, demonstrate safe workplace practices and behaviors for a skilled and efficient utility work force working in connection with a team of training professionals. The key elements of this role are:
•Conduct classroom presentations and hands-on field instruction and demonstration of safe work practices in electric distribution substation equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
•Work with the Design and Assessment team to develop and maintain technical training materials as a subject matter expert in Substation Mechanic.
•Evaluate the trainee and employee technical training across multiple concurrent electric distribution instructional efforts.Facilitate technical training assessments/evaluations across multiple, concurrent electric distribution instructional programs.
•Provide assistance in other instructional areas or activities as needed.
•Collaborate with the Technical Training Manager and internal subject matter experts in support of identifying training needs of the Electric Distribution clients.
•Work with process owners and process improvement managers across the utility to establish process efficiency.
•Build strong internal and external relationship with all clients to stay abreast of operational changes relevant to effective training programs.
•Apply training and development processes of analysis, design, development, evaluation, and alternative delivery methods, including eLearning and virtual instruction applications
•Conduct hands-on training safely across multiple topics using appropriate reference manuals and other resources to instruct employees in Substation Mechanics.
•Provide client service, be a team player, and excel in communicating both verbally and in writing.
•Use of tools, resources, and operation of appropriate substation equipment i.e., safety tagging, control prints, test equipment and substation maintenance and inspection.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required:
•High school graduate or GED equivalent
•Minimum 5 years of experience in electric substations, components of electric substations, construction in electric substations, maintenance in electric substations, troubleshooting and safe work practices in electric substations.
•Must be available in case of a storm emergency or on-call assignment as business needs require.
•Basic skills in computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Learning Management System, etc.
•High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills are also important for effective collaboration with fellow instructors and the entire Technical Training team.
•Strong oral and written communication skills; capable of making effective classroom presentations.
•Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity. Successful candidate must demonstrate and value differences in others’ strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
•Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
Desired:
•Experience in alternative training delivery methods, including automated, computer-based or virtual / augmented reality applications.
•Process Improvement skills / LSS Green Belt
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
Certifications
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As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
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